comparative analytical study of accident rates in small and large industries over four years in Alexandria

ABSTRACT

The study followed the six monthly accident reports pooled at the main occupational safety and health office in Alexandria during the period from mid 1989 to mid 1993. the aim was to compare the accident rates in small industries [less than 50 workers] to those in large industries according to the type of activity. Five types were recognized spinning and weaving food processing chemical engineering and service industries. Reports from 374 small industries and 507 large industries including an average of 424, 150 workers were surveyed during that period. The results were discussed in the context of safety performance and its relation to root causes and legislative gaps, while highlighting the importance of endorsing safety oriented actions in rapidly developing countries. An evaluation method has been proposed